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OpenAI is reportedly buying tens of thousands of Mac mini and Mac Studio systems as AI labs find a new use for Apple hardware. The post OpenAI Purchases Tens of Thousands of Mac minis, Mac Studios appeared first on TechRepublic.

Meta is testing robots for data center maintenance, from swapping cables to restarting servers, raising questions about automation and IT staffing. The post Meta Tests Robot Technicians: Inside Its Push to Automate Data Center Work appeared first on TechRepublic.

Anthropic eyed up to 5GW of AI data center capacity in NSW. Here’s what the potential buildout could mean for Australia’s power grid and IT leaders. The post Anthropic Eyed 5GW of AI Data Centers in Australia: Could the Grid Handle It? appeared first on TechRepublic.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8’s redesigned shape changes how its cameras fit into daily use, while the Ultra offers stronger optical zoom. The post Galaxy Z Fold 8 Camera Setup Shows How Samsung Reworked the Fold appeared first on TechRepublic.

A smart monitor can do far more than display a PC. Built-in apps, ACR, and advertising systems can introduce additional privacy considerations. The post Do Smart Monitors Track You? What Buyers Should Know appeared first on TechRepublic.

A working screen and SIM slot are not enough. Use these four checks to determine whether an older phone can still join a US carrier in 2026. The post Can You Still Use an Old Phone in 2026? What You Need to Know appeared first on TechRepublic.

Fairphone, HMD, Apple, Google, and Samsung take very different approaches to phone repair. Here are the models that are easiest to keep running. The post Most Repairable Phones You Can Buy in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.

Life360's new QR pet tag costs $7.99 once, while Pet GPS adds live tracking and escape alerts with a paid membership. Here's where each fits. The post Life360’s $8 Pet Tag vs Pet GPS: What Each One Does appeared first on TechRepublic.

Apple’s new Mac Studio pairs M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips with up to 512GB of unified memory, targeting demanding local AI and creative workloads. The post Mac Studio 2026: Apple Goes All In on Local AI With M5 Ultra appeared first on TechRepublic.

Fitbit’s founders have launched Luffu Link, a $300 wearable that uses health sensors, LTE and AI to help families monitor health and safety. The post Fitbit’s Founders Have a New Wearable, But It’s Not Really for Fitness appeared first on TechRepublic.

Several Apple, Google and Samsung smartwatches face software-support cutoffs in 2026. Here’s what ends, what may continue and when to upgrade. The post Apple, Google and Samsung Watches Are Reaching Software Support Cutoffs appeared first on TechRepublic.

Kobo, BOOX, and NOOK give Kindle buyers more choices for library borrowing, EPUB support, color screens, note-taking, and multiple ebook stores. The post 5 Best Kindle Alternatives in 2026 After Amazon’s Price Hike appeared first on TechRepublic.

Amazon's latest device repricing hits Echo, Kindle, Fire TV, and eero buyers, but some retailers may still have devices at their previous prices. The post Amazon Just Raised Echo, Kindle, and Fire TV Prices: Here’s What Costs More appeared first on TechRepublic.

Samsung’s Galaxy S27 Ultra could feature self-healing Gorilla Armor designed to recover from minor scratches. Here’s what the rumor means for buyers. The post Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra Could Get Self-Healing Glass: Everything We Know So Far appeared first on TechRepublic.

Sony raises the Xperia 10 VIII to £549 while retaining much of the Xperia 10 VII's hardware. Here's what changed and what stayed the same. The post Sony Xperia 10 VIII Launches at £549 With Few Hardware Changes appeared first on TechRepublic.

Compare Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel software support, Android updates, security patches, and long-term value to see which phones age better. The post Samsung vs Google Software Support: Which Android Phones Age Better? appeared first on TechRepublic.

Apple offers longer advertised ANC playback per charge, while Samsung gives Galaxy and Android users more sound controls and phone flexibility. The post AirPods Pro 3 vs Galaxy Buds4 Pro: Which Pair Should You Buy? appeared first on TechRepublic.

Taiwan indicted nine people, including Nvidia and Super Micro staff, over an alleged scheme that diverted restricted AI servers to customers in China. The post Taiwan Indicts Nine Over Alleged Nvidia AI Server Smuggling to China appeared first on TechRepublic.

Samsung’s One UI 9 puts warranty checks, diagnostics, repair estimates, and service booking in Settings on the latest Galaxy foldables. The post Samsung One UI 9 Puts Warranty Checks and Repair Support Right in Settings appeared first on TechRepublic.

Google’s Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 take different approaches to productivity, portability, durability, and everyday use. The post Pixel 11 Pro Fold vs. Galaxy Z Fold8: Which $1,900 Foldable Is Better for Work? appeared first on TechRepublic.